// MCP TOOL REFERENCE

CLAUDE CONTEXT LOCAL TOOLS

9 tools from the Claude Context Local MCP Server, categorised by risk level.

// ALL 9 CLAUDE CONTEXT LOCAL TOOLS

READ 6 tools

Read directory_tree directory_tree Read get_indexing_status Get the current indexing status of a codebase. Shows progress percentage for actively indexing codebases an... Read list_directory list_directory Read read_file read_file Read search_codebase Search through indexed codebases Read search_text search_text

WRITE 2 tools

Write add_codebase Add a codebase to the context for analysis Write edit edit

DESTRUCTIVE 1 tools

Destructive clear_index Clear the search index. IMPORTANT: You MUST provide an absolute path.

// FAQ

How many tools does the Claude Context Local MCP server have? +

The Claude Context Local MCP server exposes 9 tools across 3 categories: Read, Write, Destructive.

How do I enforce policies on Claude Context Local tools? +

Route the Claude Context Local server through the PolicyLayer gateway. Define allow, deny, or approval rules per tool in the dashboard; they are enforced on every call before it reaches the server.

What risk categories do Claude Context Local tools fall into? +

Claude Context Local tools are categorised as Read (6), Write (2), Destructive (1). Each category has a recommended default policy.

Enforce policy on every Claude Context Local tool call.

Start from Claude Context Local, add the rest of your stack, and see everything your agents can call. Then put policy on all of it.

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